These awards were presented on November 10, 2005 at the Carolinian Canada Stakeholders meeting at the  Elm Hurst Inn in Ingersoll. The ceremony was aptly named “Inspiring Conservation”.  From industry to schools, the awards highlight the ‘good news’ of the environmental movement. For more information about the 2004-2005 awards, click here for our news release.

Art Teasell (Lifetime Achievement)

A posthumous award to Arthur Teasell for a lifetime dedicated to conservation was received by his son Scott.  Teasell spent decades working patiently and with good humour to work with his community and municipal council to integrate conservation into the daily lives and environs of Sarnia residents.   Most people would not recognize his name even as they enjoy one of the wildlife sanctuaries he protected or admire a forest he helped to manage.  Teasell did not do it for recognition but for the love of nature and concern for the planet.  He is not alone.

Peter Carson (Individual Category)

 Peter Carson works tirelessly with landowners, communities and conservation allies to protect and restore green spaces in Norfolk, his home county and across the Carolinian Zone. 

Allan Elgar (Individual Category)

Allan Elgar involved himself to such a degree in protecting ecological gems in Oakville that he ran and was elected city Councillor.  He has inspired other members of Oakville Greens to do the same. 

Allan Elgar (on right)

Pelee Island Winery (Group Category)

 Pelee Island Winery grows grapes with minimal impact on the environment, a demonstration to the rest of the industry.  The business has also been a long-time supporter of conservation events and is working closely with conservation groups to steward the significant natural areas that they own.

East Elgin Secondary School

(Environmental Leadership Program, Youth Category)

Environmental Leadership Program at Elgin Secondary School is the most sought after class in the school and the students take on any conservation challenge that comes their way. They are an invaluable aid to many restoration and cleanup projects.

Hamilton Naturalists' Club

(Nature Sanctuary and Land Trust Program Group Category)

Hamilton Naturalists’ Club volunteers have worked hard over decades to fundraise, protect and steward the best remaining natural areas in their region and beyond.

Certificates of Appreciation for Nominees

Margaret Reed

Wilfred and Mary Bradnock

Rural Lambton Stewardship Network